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Michael Podmore

Walk Description:

MIKE`S LONGER 2-3 HOUR TUESDAY WANDERER WALK (meet at 10.20am for a prompt 10.30am start time) - Led by Parks and Pathways Walk Leader Mike Podmore. It will be a moderate pace 2 -3 hour walk of around 5 to 8 miles from different locations taking place once a month when Mike is available. 

THIS WEEK - Dunham Massey and the Bridgewater Canal from the Axe & Cleaver. A completely flat walk of just under 5 miles through the Cheshire countryside which includes The Bridgewater Canal, Dunham Massey and the Dunham Forest golf course with optional post walk brew or a spot of lunch at the Axe and Cleaver, Dunham. The walk will take between 2 to 2.5 hours & is suitable for most people who can walk the distance. There are 4 stiles - 2 standard stiles and 2 ladder stiles plus several gates. Toilet facilities - at Dunham Massey during the walk as the pub doesn't open until 12 noon & at the pub at the end of the walk. 

Meeting point – The Axe & Cleaver pub, Cow Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, WA14 4SE. From the A56 Dunham Road turn onto the B5160 Charcoal Road. Turn right onto Woodhouse Lane which becomes School Lane. Go passed the church on the left (St Marks) and the pub is on the right (turn right into Cow Lane where the pub car park entrance is).

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Google Maps: search for Axe & Cleaver, Altrincham (make sure you select the Altrincham pub). 

PLEASE NOTE, you need to have your own poles to attend this walk as no poles will be available for hire. 

We may be walking on both grass and paths so make sure you’re wearing supportive walking boots or shoes/trainers with a good tread that you are happy to get dirty and comfortable clothing appropriate for the weather. Paws will be required (on and off on different terrains).

Please remember to bring 1 - bottle of water /hot or cold drink 2 - any medications you may need 3 - a small rucksack as you`ll need both hands free at all times 4 - a mobile phone is useful for any last minute notifications. Depending on the time of year you may need sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent and a hat ( if hot) plus hat, gloves, warm clothing and a flask (if cold!). 

Please note - you can cancel online up to the evening before the walk. Unfortunately, automatic refunds are not allowed after this time. Please contact Mike directly via phone/text on 07948 646601if you need to cancel nearer to the start time so we’re not waiting for you. Likewise, please phone/text as well as using the online system if you want to book on at the last minute - we don`t want to go without you!

Location Notes:

From the A56 Dunham Road, turn onto the B5160 Charcoal Road. Then turn right onto Woodhouse Lane. Woodhouse Lane becomes School Lane. Go passed the church (St Marks) on the left and the pub is on the right (turn off School Lane into Cow Lane where the entrance to the Axe & Cleaver pub car park is.